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Latin America Geo
Geography of Latin America Test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What countries have major oil pollution concerns? | Venezuela, Mexico, and Ecuador. |
| Mexico's __________ elevation contributes to air pollution. | High. |
| _________________ surrounding Mexico contribute to its air pollution. | Mountains. |
| How many countries make up Central America? | Four or Five if you include Mexico. |
| Mexico's high dense ___________________contributes to its air pollution. | Population. |
| What illnesses can air pollution cause? | Cancer, Skin Problems, Respiratory Problems, or Digestive Problems. |
| What countries in Latin America are crossed by the equator/? | Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador. |
| What were created in the rain forest region to help with easier transportation? | Major Highway Systems. |
| Which country in Latin America is where most of the population is located? | Brazil |
| Rain forest is being cut down to create more ____________ and __________________ for cattle grazing and agriculture. | Pastures and Cropland. |
| Why is the Plateau of Mexico the most populated region of Mexico? | Because of good farm land and plenty of rain. |
| What factors make it easier for Mexico to trade with other countries? | Border with the U.S. and plenty of access to water for trade. |
| What is Standard of Living? | This is the term for the measure of a nation's quality of life based on income, education, etc... |
| ____________________ have caused serious damage in cities like Mexico City, Port-au-Prince, and Managua. | Earthquakes. |
| What two countries make up the island of Hispaniola? | Haiti and The Dominican Republic. |
| What is the longest unbroken mountain chain on earth that is all above sea level? | The Andes Mountains. |
| What is the Literacy Rate? | This is the percentage of people in an area who can read and write |
| What is the Gross Domestic Product (GDP)? | This is the term for the total amount of goods and services produced in a country. |
| What is the typical result of a low literacy rate? | High percentage of population that cannot read and write contributing to limited job opportunities and poverty. |
| Why do so many people live along the coast of Brazil? | Because of the Oil Industry. |
| What is the driest area in Latin America? | Atacama Desert. |
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